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NFC North power rankings: 2018 offensive line

By Brian Sampson

ARLINGTON, TX - DECEMBER 15: Guard Josh Sitton #71 of the Green Bay Packers looks on against the Dallas Cowboys during a game at AT&T Stadium on December 15, 2013 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
ARLINGTON, TX - DECEMBER 15: Guard Josh Sitton #71 of the Green Bay Packers looks on against the Dallas Cowboys during a game at AT&T Stadium on December 15, 2013 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) /
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NASHVILLE, TN – SEPTEMBER 11: Joe Berger #61 of the Minnesota Vikings lines up to snap the ball against the Tennessee Titans during the first half at Nissan Stadium on September 11, 2016 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Frederick Breedon/Getty Images)
NASHVILLE, TN – SEPTEMBER 11: Joe Berger #61 of the Minnesota Vikings lines up to snap the ball against the Tennessee Titans during the first half at Nissan Stadium on September 11, 2016 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Frederick Breedon/Getty Images) /

4. Minnesota Vikings

The Vikings spent a lot of money in 2017 in order to upgrade their soft offensive line. They signed players such as Riley Reiff and Mike Remmers to man the tackle positions and drafted Pat Elflein in the third round.

Unfortunately, Minnesota didn’t take as far of a step forward as they had hoped. Even though the unit was improved over the previous season, they still didn’t live up to expectations. Reiff struggled at left tackle, as did Elfelien. It’s important to note the rookie center flashed some nice potential throughout the season and should become an adequate player. Remmers also played really well at right tackle, but was moved inside to guard late in the season and struggled at that position.

The Vikings have continued to address their offensive line, selecting tackle Brian O’Neill in the second round and Colby Gossett in the sixth round. They also brought in Tom Compton and Josh Andrews for depth along the offensive line, but their impact is likely minimal.

The biggest impact on their line will be the loss of Joe Berger. Berger retired this offseason and was the Vikings best lineman in 2017. That’s ultimately what lands them in the basement of these rankings.

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